Red Snapper and Zucchini Fritters

I have a new favorite fish dish: Broiled red snapper. I chose red snapper only because I knew I thought fish would go well with the zucchini I was going to serve with it. It was perfect! I didn't really know what to do with it, but I consulted Helen's blog Beyond Salmon and saw that it was a semi-firm fish that could be broiled, just as I have done with salmon. So I mixed up a little olive oil with some diced shallots, salt and pepper, and a generous squeeze of lemon juice, drizzled it over the fish and broiled it for several minutes on each side. It was well received by everyone at the table. I think I may have thrown on a little garnish of parsley flakes too.

Like everyone else with a kitchen garden, I am up to my elbows in zucchini right now and looking for tasty ways to prepare it. When I saw this zucchini fritter recipe on Simply Recipes, I knew I had to try it.
The only modification I made to Elise's recipe was to add a generous dash of cayenne pepper to the fritter mix. It was the perfect amount of heat, and only enhanced the delicate interior and crispy exterior of the fritters. Another hit, and a nice complement to the fish along with a fresh green salad.
It sure is nice to know I can count on my favorite food blogs to keep me inspired in the kitchen.

Comments

[Franca]

Those fritters look delicious. Nice plates too! :-)

[Elise]

Hi Andrea,
The snapper and the fritters look delicious! Great idea on adding the cayenne. Hey, I've been up to my elbows in making apple butter. Let me know if you'd like a jar and I'll bring some by.
:-)
~e

[Kevin]

Red snapper is one of my favorites -- especially broiled. Try dusting it lightly with Spanish paprika.

[Andrea]

Franca--thanks for the visit!

Kevin--thanks for the tip on Spanish paprika. I didn't know there are different types of paprika, so I will learn more about that soon.

Elise.....oh my I would LOVE some of your apple butter! I need to call you for a tea/coffee date soon!